News and reports

The Local Healthwatch Network has announced the launch of a new campaign to advocate for the preservation of an independent public voice in health and care.

Our insights into people's experiences of using community-based care.

Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

This report details our key activities for the last quarter, including how we have engaged with the public, a summary of the feedback we have collected, our reports, recommendations and any outcomes or impact made.

Latest research shows the barriers that trans and non-binary people face when seeking care.

ADHD and autism are two neurodiversity conditions that present in contrasting ways. In recent research undertaken by our national partner Healthwatch England, we heard from people who were diagnosed with, or suspected they had, both conditions. They talked to Healthwatch England about the impact of being diagnosed with both conditions.

NHS England has told community dental services to start submitting waiting list data from this month on the number of adults and children waiting for assessment and treatment. 

Patients in Devon have had their say on local practices and generally report a more positive overall experience with their GP practice compared to the national average.

Our national partner Healthwatch England's self-selecting survey of nearly 1,400 trans and non-binary adults highlights that only 53% rate their GP practice as 'good' for general care.

Our national partner Healthwatch England's self-selecting survey of nearly 1,400 trans and non-binary adults highlights that only 53% rate their GP practice as good for general care.

Are you a refugee or seeking asylum in England? Learn about how to access NHS care and what services you’re entitled to.

Are you a refugee or seeking asylum in England? Learn about how to access NHS care and what services you’re entitled to.